In Summary:
Orange County Animal Services has returned to full operations after construction of the county’s new shelter temporarily disrupted services. A five-day promotion running Oct. 14–18 offers $5 adoptions for all dogs and cats ages four months and older. The new shelter is expected to open in fall 2027 and will include more than 123,000 square feet, 265 dog kennels, and housing for nearly 200 cats.
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Orange County Animal Services (OCAS) today announced that normal shelter operations have resumed following a temporary disruption caused by construction of the County’s new animal shelter. While some construction activities remain ongoing, the shelter has resumed all services, including normal animal intake.
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To celebrate the return to full operations and help more shelter pets find homes, OCAS will launch a special adoption promotion offering $5 adoptions for five days, beginning Wednesday, October 14, through Sunday, October 18, 2026. All dogs and cats ages four months and older are eligible for the reduced adoption fee.
“We appreciate our community’s patience and understanding as we worked through this phase of construction,” said Diane Summers, division manager of Orange County Animal Services. “Now that we’re back to normal operations, we’re excited to offer this promotion and hopefully help many of the wonderful pets in our care find their new families.”
The new Orange County Animal Services shelter, anticipated to be completed in Fall 2027, will span more than 123,000 square feet and include 265 dog kennels and housing for nearly 200 cats. More information about the new shelter is available on the shelter’s website.
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About Orange County Government: Orange County Government strives to serve its residents and guests with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. Located in Central Florida, Orange County includes 13 municipalities and is home to world-famous theme parks, one of the nation’s largest convention centers and a thriving life science research park. The Board of County Commissioners has seven elected members, including the Mayor, who is elected countywide. For more information, please visit www.OCFL.net.
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